It was the last year of the 15th century. The year 1500 was not a leap year in the proleptic Gregorian calendar. The year 1500 was seen as being especially important by many Christians in Europe, who …

First black slaves in America brought to Spanish colony of Santo Domingo. Leonardo da Vinci paints the Mona Lisa. Michelangelo sculpts the David (1504). St. Peter's Church started in Rome; designed and …

What happened and who was famous in 1500? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1500.

May 21, 2025 · The year 1500 marked a pivotal moment in history, characterized by significant developments in exploration, culture, and politics. This era saw the rise of the Renaissance, which …

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Hernán Cortés defeats the Aztecs. (1519 - 1521). The Protestant Reformation. Ferdinand Magellan reaches the Pacific, is killed by Philippine natives (1521). One of his ships under Juan Sebastián del …

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1500 The Portuguese explorer Cabral had discovered the South American country of Brazil in 1500. The Portuguese began to settle the land. For about 50 years the main interest was in the brazilwood, a …

1504 – 1508 – Ponce de Leon is in command of a company of soldiers on Hispaniola. By 1506 he has heard rumors of gold on Puerto Rico, and crosses the Mona Passage to look for it. In 1508 he …

This chapter provides a snapshot of the major regions of the world at the year 1500. From South and Central Asia to Europe, Africa, and the Americas, each region was relatively well developed.